Astoria: The Holders of Power Saga is a charming 35+hr RPG with an epic, twisting story, containing intricate characters and cinematic cutscenes. done in classic 90's, RPG-style storytelling.
The developers have incorporated a diverse range of gameplay experiences beyond just turn-based combat. Players can take control of a single character to accomplish goals through stealthy movement and assassination in optional "stealth" missions. The game also features light puzzles to solve in certain areas, keeping the experience fresh and engaging.
The turn-based, party-based battle system centers around strategic use of skills and spells. An interesting mechanic is the "Dispel" effect, which forces players to decide whether to remove both positive and negative statuses from their characters, adding an extra layer of strategy to combat.
Boss battles range from human opponents to large, fantastical creatures. Many human bosses utilize tactics beyond just raw stats, making them more tactically interesting than simple damage sponges. Players can also test their characters' might against other skilled fighters in optional "challenger" battles.
Filling out the in-game bestiary by tracking the stats and weaknesses of encountered enemies encourages thorough exploration and combat. Defeating certain powerful "epic monsters" is rewarded with special equipment upgrades.
As players progress, they can customize their party members by choosing which spell scrolls to teach them, allowing for tailoring characters to specific roles or playstyles. Defeating powerful dragons grants "essence" that can be used to boost the party's statistics.
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